"The event is designed specifically to meet the educational and networking needs of marketing and sales executives in North American transportation and logistics," said Scott Grady, senior vice president of automotive solutions for Landstar and TMSA's incoming president. "Our education committee already is in the process of planning relevant content and networking forums to give maximum value to our attendees." Grady noted that Monica Truelsch, director of marketing for TMW Systems, is TMSA's incoming chairwoman of the association's education committee and is leading the planning process.

The event will include more than 30 sessions featuring best practices, relevant marketing topics such as content management and digital media strategies; and critical sales leadership topics such as CRM, lead management, and sales performance. The event also will feature a comprehensive expo featuring providers of marketing and sales-oriented products and services, with an emphasis on digital marketing.

For more information on TMSA membership and benefits, call 952-466-6270 x201 or visit www.TMSAtoday.org.

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About the Transportation Marketing & Sales AssociationThe Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) provides knowledge, connections, recognition and solutions to marketing, sales, and communications professionals in the transportation and logistics industries. Member companies include motor carriers, railroads, air carriers, ocean lines, 3PLs, OEMs, media and suppliers, and account for more than $300 billion in revenue each year. For more information, visit www.TMSAtoday.org.